![Jay-Z x Rihanna In Budweiser’s ‘Made For Music’ [Video]](https://number1drazpick.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/jay-z-rihanna.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Jay-Z x Rihanna In Budweiser’s ‘Made For Music’ [Video]")
Budweiser have tapped Roc Nation’s finest for their new MADE For Music ad campaign. Jay-Z and Rihanna each star in their own black-and-white commercial, directed by Mark Romanek; Hov’s soundtracked by “Public Service Announcement” and RiRi’s featuring her new single, “Right Now.” MADE For Music is part of Budweiser’s efforts to restore their reputation as … Continue reading
Elite Daily — by Joseph Milord The deal that saw Samsung Mobile purchase a million copies of the heavily anticipated “Magna Carta Holy Grail” album for $5 million was a big win for Jay-Z. That much is clear. The move ensured that Mr. Carter’s album would essentially go platinum before its official release and he would … Continue reading
![Listen: Jay-Z Talks #MagnaCarta w/Angie Martinez Live on Hot97 [Stream]](https://number1drazpick.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/untitled.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Listen: Jay-Z Talks #MagnaCarta w/Angie Martinez Live on Hot97 [Stream]")
HOT97 strikes again! Moments ago, Jay-Z popped at NYC’s 1 number hip-hop station for an impromptu interview. So far, they discussed Hov’s first week sales, changing RIAA rules, how fatherhood has changed him and more. In a sincere moment, Jay also talked about how his parents divorce still leaves him with an empty feeling. … Continue reading
After announcing his commitment to the Los Angeles Clippers last week, Chris Paul explained how he came to the decision and expressed his exciting about his future with the franchise. “I’m excited,” Paul told ESPN.com. “I’m excited about everything that’s going on with the team. I talked to my wife about it because I told … Continue reading
![[DJ] Don Cannon Seats As Vice President of A&R At Def Jam](https://number1drazpick.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/don-cannon-def-jam.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "[DJ] Don Cannon Seats As Vice President of A&R At Def Jam")
There’s been a few changes in the rotation at Def Jam this year already: former President Joie Manda left for Interscope back in March, Sha Money XL joined Epic Records in May, and Shawn “Pecas” Costner was promoted to Executive Vice President of Def Jam later that same month. Now, the famed label has named … Continue reading
Damon Dash’s financial problems continue, as the once prominent hip-hop mogul gets slapped with a multi-million dollar tax lien. According to TMZ.com, the IRS has filed a federal tax lien against Dash, claiming he owes over $2.8 million in unpaid taxes — $2.61 from 2005, and $187,500 from 2011. The tax issues of the Roc-A-Fella … Continue reading
Last night (June 30), Mariah Carey and guests Miguel and Young Jeezy graced the 2013 BET Awards stage with a live rendition of “Beautiful.” Primped and pressed like a diva and surrounded by golden lights, the former American Idol judge hit her signature high notes, leaving many to wonder if she was faking the funk … Continue reading
The deal is sealed Clippers fans. Chris Paul has verbally agreed to a five-year, $107 million contract extension to keep him in Los Angeles, reports ESPN.com. While the agreenment has been made, the NBA star can’t sign his new contract until July 10, but could agree to terms as of 12:01 a.m. ET on Monday … Continue reading
We’ve all seen Rick Rubin and his always-impressive beard co-star in Jay-Z’s Magna Carta Holy Grail album commercials. But as it turns out, the legendary producer wasn’t actually involved in the making of the record. As Rubin explains to XXL, he only appears in the adverts because Hov asked him to. If there’s any insight into Magna Carta he can … Continue reading
The BET Awards ’13 went down on Sunday (June 30) in Los Angeles, and it was Kendrick Lamar and Drake who walked away the evening’s big winners, each taking home three awards. Drake won the “Video of the Year” award for his single, “Started From the Bottom,” as well as the “Coca-Cola Viewer’s Choice Award,” … Continue reading
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